The Decemberists - Severed

[@merlinaudubon6202]

Six years later and this song is still my ringtone!

[@treganalbers4135]

i didnt think this song would become so timeless.

[@TheHolyMongolEmpire]

I don't think I've ever heard a decemberists song I didn't love. They are legendary.

[@viniciusgmachado1204]

I have. “The Mariner’s Revenge Song.”

[@gorgonzola9373]

@@viniciusgmachado1204 how did you not love that song??!?

[@viniciusgmachado1204]

@@gorgonzola9373 I just don’t. It sounds _nothing_ like the rest of The Decemberists’ discography.

[@matthewdennis1739]

@@viniciusgmachado1204 That's a classic bro!

[@REO_Speed_Dragon]

Just heard this for the first time yesterday and almost got a speeding ticket. That bassline effin' drives.

[@Amick44]

REMs Orange crush will get you a speeding ticket as well! 🚗

[@The1trueDave]

0:26 was not expecting to see a vintage Rover P6 in a video from a US band!

[@outdoorking69]

Not many songs that pull me in right off the first note but this one did. Incredible

[@UGuessin]

I'm actually happy 13 Reasons Why brought their audience here. The Decemberists are a great band. Been listening to them since high school.

[@funnylittlecreature]

I hate to be a music norm but goshdangit mariners revenge is so my favorite

[@eduardomartins3040]

Blz agora segura aqui...

[@elfgurl73]

I was brought here from The Apology Line Podcast from Wondery, and then I had to listen to the rest of this album as well. I also started listening to the Decemberists in high school (I was 16 then, I’m 31 now) when a boyfriend made me a wonderful mix tape that changed my life forever that included The Decemberists, Andrew Bird, Elliot Smith, and The Shins.

[@mjmellan]

its funny how everyone mentions 13 reasons why cuz i heard it on treadstone the tv show, based on jason bourne

[@universegameplay21]

@@mjmellan I heard it in 13 RW. And I was just into it. So I searched it😁

[@matthewburrell1045]

This song is a perfect example of why the Decemberists are my favorite band. They are more than just a folk band! Love this song!!!

[@biggbatt]

Matthew Burrell I don't get folk when I hear them I get Billy Idol in a calmer state.

[@viniciusgmachado1204]

@Matthew Burrell I just found The Decemberists this year, and it’s only January! And I just found this song for my very first time, and you’re right! It’s a great one!

[@matthewdennis1739]

@@biggbatt Depends on the song and the album. This song I can hear that. Most of their stuff, not so much.

[@jadestined5918]

Oh how timely for KZbin to suggest this to me once more

[@dennishayes1505]

Heard this on the radio yesterday for the first time. had to find it... great song.... it took me a while to figure out why it has the 80s sound. Its the synthesizer!!

[@josiehill2852]

I’m 14 and I used to like the kinda radio pop music that’s on tiktok and stuff, but my dad just introduced me to this and I’m literally ✨obsessed✨

[@charlenemack7040]

Josie, you have a very smart dad! Now go give him a hug! 👍🤗❤️

[@adaywithsmator]

Nice to see the young getting into better music.

[@viniciusgmachado1204]

@TheDecemberists I just found you guys this year, and it’s only January! And I just found this song for my very first time, too! It’s a great one! Hi, guys, my name’s Vinny. I just had my 19th birthday last year. Considering that I was born in early December, you could all say I’m basically “allied to the winter.” But “don’t you get clever,” or I’m “gonna leave you all severed!” You guys are an AWESOME band.

[@WDSimp]

I didn't know I needed this in my life.

[@albanymike]

Ditto. Came on Sirius XM Spectrum while I was driving today.

[@susanthis1741]

There is so much that you don't know. Enjoy the ride!

[@albanymike]

I'm learning quickly. Lol

[@VenoRPG]

This shit just woke me up hearing it for the first time on a radio alarm... Best alarm ever.

[@glorialarson3397]

And now I know what I don't need in my life.

[@Betterman89]

They add these 80's keyboard sounds, but the song still sounds like classic The Decemberists. That's why they are a fucking great band!

[@joseantonioperezjimenez4182]

Stop being so delicate this song is freaking amazing - so glad they took their psychodelia to another level

[@bubblegumbunny]

I've been a casual fan of the Decemberists since The Crane Wife, but I've never had a song (by anyone!) GRIP me like this for a long, long time.

[@Hooozyer]

heard this song on the radio yesterday. blown away. I love it. guitar and techno is a beautiful marriage

[@strionic770]

I need to know what radio station that was. The only stations that seem to appear popular anymore are rap and pop.

[@matthewdennis1739]

Anything is a beautiful marriage when the Decemberists do it.

[@alittlelightarson120]

This is the song we don't deserve, but need.

[@chrisnarlo]

Reminds me of 80's New Wave...LOVE The Decemberists!

[@tommyzorera]

This sounds like old music from the future.

[@randyruiz5387]

Lol bro tell me how you just made sense... But like idk why 🤣

[@systemlfo]

Future Retro. Its a thing

[@indiglo1971]

Reminds me of Joy Division.

[@GrableMusic]

future retro i like that

[@markstevenson6635]

Doesn't nothing too?😅

[@krystalplyler2602]

I love this song so much... I have listened to this and the Crane Wife album non-stop all week. It helps sooth the stomach bug that I've been dealing with.

[@wyattjohnson4087]

Just one of those songs that sticks to ya

[@gowonmylife9192]

Cuando escuche esta cancion del primer capitulo de la 3 temporada de 13 reason why. Dije nooo que epico.

[@RedneckPrincessofTacticoolness]

Am I the only one who instantly liked this song upon hearing it?!

[@michaelweiske702]

THE RedneckPrincessOfTacticoolness Yes. In fact I think that most people listen to a song, then wait a day or more before making their decision on whether they liked what they saw/heard.

[@Pheckphul1]

No. The first time I heard it was in concert, and I liked it. Actually, I liked about everything they played.

[@TheImmortuary]

I did until I watched the video and understood its meaning.

[@julesy105]

I feel kinda stupid, I just discovered this song and don't totally get the political meaning of it? I guess if I heard it when it first came out it would make more sense? can someone fill me in?

[@openplz3000]

This is an eighties band called Chemlab

[@marie-elysebertrand5455]

Chills keep creeping down my spine whenever I hear that song.

[@gonzotolkien]

Every time I hear this song it somehow gets better. I dig that 80s vibe!

[@Legendary_Cheese_Wizard]

Heavy 80s vibes

[@waywardmind]

LOL You clearly didn't grow up during the '80s. This is a very '60s aesthetic. Look at Beatles songs of the mid- to late '60s. This has zero to do with the '80s.

[@gonzotolkien]

@@waywardmind Sure, bud. Synth has nothing to do with the 80s LOL

[@analuciagarciasegovia5073]

The song is espectacular 🤩 I love you.

[@Izzy-bq1rc]

For some reason I feel like I’ve been hearing this song on the radio for 10 years. I was shocked when I found out it’s from 2018

[@damien69666]

Same here man

[@juicyparsons]

I'm annoyed that I'm just now hearing this. I used to be big into Decemberists and I guess I took a break then I missed out

[@drootshnoot]

so unexpected yet still so Decemberists. I love it so much.

[@JS-ry7ge]

David Byrne

[@JS-ry7ge]

Andrea Pisani +

[@MrGrunge88]

Just curious, but what part of this song feels "so Decemberists" to you? Like, it's not a bad song - it's fine - but I honestly can't think of one single quality it possesses that resembles their earlier work.

[@Seven.And.The.RaggedTiger]

Andrea Pisani huh,that's strange,I thought this was quite a bit different than their usual,they're more folkish/ acoustic than 80's Atari/the Fixx sound,but ok,everyone has their own opinion

[@Seven.And.The.RaggedTiger]

DrMrGrunge,you're absolutely right,I thought the same,nothing like the Decemberists,360 different,this is total 80's pop and Atari mixed,I didn't even know it was them when I heard it on 103.1 WRNR

[@slimebo]

one of the best songs ever written

[@tomb613]

Decemberists still putting out great music. These folks are among the best in rock n roll. I love this new song.... looking towards the album release...

[@quinones3976]

Loving this tune & yea it’s on my list of favorites👀

[@ThatOneManDude]

When I first heard it, I thought "well alright, it is different, but I still like it". That was 30-something plays ago. I am in love with this song now. Been watching these guys change over the last decade, and I can't get enough of them.

[@johnelkington3183]

The Decemberists are evolving. Is it 'The Crane Wife '? No. Are the changes and new sounds exciting and awesome? Yes. Case closed. I am on board for the journey, Colin and friends!

[@jasonr6118]

Bands cant win, if they stay the same sound, they are a one trick pony, if they evolve and take in new influences they are a sell out. I love this song!

[@SpookyApparition]

By "new sounds" you mean "sounds badly ripped off from 80s pop"?

[@johnstundis9624]

I wish there was a " love " button John ! Lol

[@ashawatson2569]

Who wants a band to keep churning out the same stuff and never evolve or experiment??!

[@KS-bo5bg]

This band is my favorite, and this song is a chilling warning of the violence we faced under Trump as LGBT Americans are still not valued as humans. Neither are immigrants, or most other minority groups, be they religious like Jewish or Muslim, even if you were raised Christian against your will, or a skin color like Black, Asian, or if you're disabled, or poor. Or any mix of what I've already mentioned, or native from one of the reservations. We don't even report on Crimes against non citizens on TV in this country, and before anyone get on my case for bringing up politics, or accuses me of "virtue" signaling... our lives aren't political. You're the ones pushing that claim, so kindly stfu if you think my life is political, because it's not.

[@j.btholen6552]

turn the knob to 10 and listen to what music is. This is why the Decemberists is one of my favorites.

[@aracelixbro2084]

Heard this on the radio the other night, absolutely amazing. Had to come find it!

[@fernando-sl7qm]

heard this on the radio .. HAD to look them up

[@KRobinson-ko1ne]

This is the darkest rendition of Its A Small World

[@JKa244]

Love the song and video.

[@robinsports8494]

Animation is Incredible Love you decemberists

[@buddychrist296]

A lot of people will hate on this journey into synthesizers and keyboards but I love it. What a pleasant surprise. I wish their tour brought them to South Florida. I would settle for Florida.

[@danielcarlson7002]

This IS GOOD!!!! NEVER heared of them before this evening.

[@petergiaschi35]

Played this last night in Vancouver. I liked this tune a lot better live. It was...intense. What a show!

[@kathyastrom1315]

I am a relatively recent fan of the Decemberists, so I am not wedded to their traditional sound. However, as a big fan of New Wave in the 80s when I was in college, I am excited by this! I saw The Bodeans and the Violent Femmes on a double bill at Milwaukee’s Summerfest in 1986, and this track sounds like a blend of the two.

[@scampercom]

Had never heard of this band, but when I came across this track I thought it _was_ from the 80s. (The production gave it away, but otherwise…)

[@jenc237]

If you haven't already, check out The Faint.

[@katiee7262]

You'd like Discover America 😍

[@tomthumb1532]

Kathy Astrom I thought the same thing the first time this song played on NPR

[@2roxfox]

i had thought this until i saw your comment. I am still confused about how this is a political song.

[@davidturner4987]

Damn near everything they do blows me away the first time I hear it but this tops them all.

[@grob1717]

This popped up in my recommended and its surprisingly really good. i was expecting something with soft electric guitar, but i got funky synth

[@willswan7714]

Killer bass line.

[@Moshingmary-fd9xw]

Can’t stop listening to this 🥰

[@Nam34303]

The Decemberists change up their sound in a major way and it works. Not a lot of bands can say that.

[@crashbandi53]

This is absolutely amazing!

[@Xyx98730]

I love this song so much 😍🔥❤️

[@KurtDepner]

The Decemberists doing psychedelic synth pop? Sure! Why not? They've done prog, metal, bluegrass, country, folk, Americana, blues... let's add to the lexicon for the most eclectic band in America. Can't wait to see you guys again this year at Traveller's Rest!

[@TokyoBlue587]

I didn't know they did so many different styles. I only know their REM-like folk rock.

[@KurtDepner]

Check our The Crane Wife (2006; a mix of English style folk and prog rock), The Hazards of Love (2009; an epic 59 minute Prog Rock story w/ hints of metal and even country), and Picaresque (2005; VERY English and my first exposure to them; I could have sworn they WERE English when I first heard them).

[@_earlyworm]

says theyre the most eclectic band in America... Have you even heard of Modest Mouse?

[@KurtDepner]

Oh yes. I favor Colin and the gang, especially for their lyrics.

[@chrisbeiter6724]

Kurt Depner wins for best comment on this video so far!

[@jacksrandomadventures2769]

saw them last year with olivia chaney.. they were awesome!!

[@ConriDubhghail]

Man, I didn't know there was a new album in the works. I'm glad to know, but waiting for it is going to be so damn difficult now.

[@drootshnoot]

march 16, tour on sale too. check their site!

[@kamm3758]

They are getting more good than ever

[@Doctor_Sawbones]

Holy shit this is a bop.

[@dandonovan9683]

superb....wtg -a fan in Canada!!!!eh!

[@family_guy_officail]

what a nice song =)

[@soterialin1617]

This song is a perfect example of why the Decemberists are one of my favorite bands. :D

[@pranithar6206]

13 reasons why! Such a lovely song.

[@bluebird28tl]

I genuinely hope i come to love this one. Two listens in I haven't gotten there. It's just not working for me yet. But I did drive that exact car they are in when i was in my 20s. Rovers are beautiful cars and the V8 a lovely drive.

[@hamish1930]

Wow wow wow wow, this song is fantastic. Can't wait to hear more of the album and see them on tour this spring.

[@cardiacade]

Excellent. They sound refreshed.

[@falcor200]

Apology line may be the best podcast I've heard I years. The amount of twists and turns is staggering.

[@ladymcquaid]

I liked it but hated the host, Mrs. she sounded so fake and rehearsed. Bleh.

[@icarus-wings]

@@ladymcquaid Agreed. I think there’s a good story in there, but the endless repetitive ads and the host ruined this version of its telling for me.

[@worldfamouslanglois4805]

Digging the wildwood books~!

[@TheNumberScott]

And now for something completely different.

[@grogdocr]

Are you referring to the sudden change in style of The Decemberists, or the Monty Python vibe from the video, or both? Also I accidentally clicked your name while trying to respond and I really like the song you have posted on your page.

[@TheNumberScott]

Brogan R yeah kinda both, but the more I think about it the more likely it seems that that’s what the director was going for. And thanks! I’ve got a cover of the rake’s song that I think turned out okay on there too if you wanna check out more

[@Driver8takeabreak]

I got more of a yellow submarine vibe.

[@Kae6502]

But yet, somehow, The Decemberists! :D

[@snowmonkey4863]

TheNumberScott Since you brought it up, can we all affirm that we have progressed and matured as a society to admit without equivocation that Michael Palin has never received the recognition he deserves as one of the greatest comedians who ever told a joke? I mean, like in American baseball, why do we focus on one player (John Cleese) for hero worship when what the person does can't be accomplished without a brilliant teammate? So brilliant and yet capable of hiding in plain sight just to the left or right of a hammy, cheesy, media darling and attention whore who upon closer inspection isn't anywhere as handsome as the genius Michael Palin. Mind you, I'm not suggesting that we give the man his due, just admit to ourselves that we owe him something, apologies the least, perhaps a Night at the Met, an HBO Special, or an award at the Kennedy Center for Performing Arts. Just brainstorming here. I mean, when you hear the words "Dead Parrot", who comes to mind instantly? That sketch alone should be worthy of endless admiration. Certainly a LOT funnier than a hack reciting a list of cheeses in a "Cheese Shop", don't you think?

[@georgevillegas4772]

I truly respect and admire you guys....much love and respect this is a great band God bless

[@becquerelian]

First time I heard this I had the knee jerk reaction everyone's having of "aahhh it's different and weird I'm not sure I like it" but decided to listen to it on repeat to try and warm up to it.... Turns out that was not needed, on my second listen I was jamming out I'm so heckin excited for the rest of the album

[@Geek37664]

Their best song

[@Hillarys728]

Now THIS is a bass line

[@Indie_or_die]

a tribute to Joy Division yes

[@andylofgren1026]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaCQfWRogauFiJo

[@yamal2068]

You do know that's not bass right?

[@SteveSmith-ze5mw]

@@yamal2068 Yes it is. You have no idea what you're talking about.

[@digibotdotcom]

Amazing.

[@InhumanResourcesDept]

Ooo...this is good. This is real good.

[@ayellowbeard]

So freaking refreshing and so freaking needed! Can't stop listening!

[@ki4gmb]

The amount of people commenting in surprise of the overt political overtones is killing me. You are shocked that an indie band from Portland is anti Trump? You must not get out much.

[@melindar4303]

Not to mention, they must not listen to the Decemberists much... 16 Military Wives....Calvary Captain....

[@thisisgeorge2117]

Wow! Yeah, these guys aren’t surprising In that way. I would love to see a centrist or conservative band come out of there. I find it lame that so many artists fall in line with the same old trope. Artist doesn’t have to equal left leaning, but it seems to mostly be the case these days.

[@Tube_Chaser]

A centrist or conservative band would immediately get shut down by the media and get labeled as all kinds of negative stuff, such as being bigoted, racist, etc.

[@thisisgeorge2117]

TubeChaser yep! You got that right. However I believe Jesse Hughes of Eagles of Death Metal is that way, and that hasn’t shut them down. I think a lot of musicians and artists imagine that the left is where they belong. Like it is still the rebel cause... haven’t come to realize the tyranny that is throughout the system!

[@thisisgeorge2117]

FranLesPaul what would right wing art be like in your mind? I am neither left or right. I consider myself a centrist, or you could say I believe there are things of worth on both sides. I believe in maximum freedom and maximum protection of rights, but a small government presence in day to day living. But anyway, what in your mind would right wing art be?

[@yumimene]

Im in love

[@whackyjinak4978]

First heard this as the theme song for the Wondery podcast “The Apology Line.” Instantly loved the song.

[@thomasdewolf6761]

Took me a few listens... but I like it. I hope there's still some good ol' Crane Wife folk stuff on it... but I can dig this synth dance vibe.

[@anitatavendale2175]

I alight like a whisper.. love this sound

[@iainronald4217]

I'm a huge fan of the Decemberists so this isn't hate, This is just a funny observation. Anyway, last year The Shins released a new album with a Montreal kind of sound and Monty Python-esk visuals in their videos. Now the Decemberists have released a new track with a Montreal kind of sound and a video with Monty Python-esk visuals. It's like Colin Meloy heard Heartworms, slammed his fists on the table and said "Dammit! We need that....just more Decemberists!" I am btw totally gonna buy this album as soon as it's available :3

[@Arthuiron]

I'm here for the wildwood series... and I'm in love with this music.

[@irondeficiency515]

This song and video really screams "Cage the Elephant-Come a Little Closer" for some reason, definitely adding this to my playlist👍

[@grimgoblinjack]

Heard this on the radio as I was driving the highway. Couldn't get it out of my mind.

[@MarissaBookiebabe89072]

I've always loved The Decemberists, I hope this grows on me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@xiilon]

It absolutely does, I first listened to it RIGHT when it dropped, was nonplussed. I've since listened about thirty more times and it grew quickly. After five.

[@nightfallmotionpics]

I'm actually here because of spotify. This song just randomly showed up on my playlist. I'm addicted to it now.

[@nereann2439]

why it isn't on spotify?

[@andybellairs]

We know you threw your arms around us In the hopes we wouldn't change But we had to change some A different sound but different is not worse. Can't wait to hear the rest!

[@AriaLouisa]

Andy Bellairs exactly what I was thinking

[@candrahudson8589]

I work at a shitty chain steakhouse and this song coming over the radio they have there is always the best part of my day.

[@shae8877]

This band is so unique. I love them for that.

[@barcodeborn]

Great song!

[@UFspeed]

“Bryce dude it’s me, where the hell are you?”

[@jeffhardyso]

Andrew Garfield zach literally threw bryce’s phone into the sea and called him anyway

[@dfgntzfjgyhmghbndfnghcmsfr1089]

Şahan Yıldız Zach’s a fucking idiot.

[@eduardochernia]

@@jeffhardyso wow massive plot hole.

[@interboy_]

Captain america :) haha

[@macusama9592]

@@jeffhardyso well actually "NO"

[@basti_marr]

This is really refreshing and it still sounding like The Decemberists! Love it!

[@Rev1205]

not too blown away by this, but I really like this sound on them. hope the album goes even further.

[@Amblydoper]

Album is a mix of this new style and their older styles.

[@Rev1205]

after a couple of dozen listens I'm starting to love it. shame the new single went back to their all too familiar territory.

[@danielleb1580]

heard it on the radio the other day.. love it

[@BobDylansPet]

Remember guys: They had to change some. You know, to belong to us.

[@drootshnoot]

was waiting for this. wasn't gonna do it, but was waiting for it.

[@deberiafuncionar]

Welp, time for another hairdressers appointment...

[@virvum_cypher]

But what we really need to know is if they're still endorsing Axe Shampoo!

[@thereverendepi_gee565]

smoke up.. "Bob"

[@donb6897]

They've always been changing. It gets annoying when people whine every time a new album is released.

[@caitlinw6511]

Such an iconic song. I was just cooking and started singing this song and had to listen to it ❤️

[@eldenno]

Great art is the only upside to living in interesting times.

[@dj-mn4sc]

Reminds me of that hit song "Night Begins to Shine".

[@witnessme4352]

I normally complain when rock bands start to use electronics (Muse and 30 Seconds to Mars's new songs) but this works.

[@skyethompson5143]

this song is just so amazing

[@GustavoAFVideos]

Los conocí hace más de 8 años atrás aquí en Lima - Perú, gracias a una radio llamada doble 9 y después de tanto tiempo y ahora viviendo otra vida me rencuentro con sus canciones, gracias a Nexflix.

[@4estfloor]

Peru 🇵🇪 ❤

[@andymcwed8784]

Awesome, Love From India.. I heard you today on my Fm ,...